Tesla Model 3: Brake Rotor - Rear - LH (Remove and Replace)

SPECIAL TOOLS
Tool, Caliper Spreader, Model 3 (1134786-00-A)
Remove
- Raise the vehicle and remove the LH rear wheel. See
Wheel (Remove and Install).
- Use Toolbox to place the vehicle into EPB Service Mode. See
Release Parking Brake Using Toolbox
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- Disconnect the electrical wiring harness connector from the parking
brake.
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- Remove and discard the bolts that attach the LH rear caliper to the LH
rear knuckle, remove the caliper from the knuckle, and allow the caliper to
hang from an S-hook.
Torque 83 Nm
- Use the caliper spreader tool to push the caliper pistons to the fully
open position.
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- Remove the bolt that attaches the brake rotor to the hub, and then
remove the brake rotor from the hub.
Torque 5 Nm

Install
Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
- Replace all patchbolts.
- Press the brake pedal at least 5 times to seat the pads against the
rotor.
Warning: Always check that the brake pads are seated correctly
before driving the vehicle.
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Use Toolbox to check the braking system.
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Perform a road test using a series of panic stops to make sure there is
proper pedal feel and brake performance.
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Remove
Note: This procedure is applicable to both Model 3 base and sport
brake dust shields.
Remove the LH front brake rotor. See
Brake Rotor - Front - LH (Remove and Replace).
Remove the b
SPECIAL TOOLS
Card, Magnetic Field Viewer (1062500-00-A)
Tool, Hub Puller, Hydraulic (10960
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Contacting Tesla
For detailed information about your Model 3,
go to www.tesla.com, and log on to your Tesla
Account, or sign up to get an account.
If you have any questions or concerns about
your Model 3, call 1-877-79TESLA
(1-877‑798-3752).
Note: You can also use voice commands to
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